Faith Therapeutics

06/02/2026

In ABA therapy, progress often happens one small success at a time. Shaping helps build confidence by reinforcing progress throughout the learning process. Because every step forward matters.

06/01/2026

What is SHAPING in ABA?

Shaping is a teaching strategy used in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) that helps children learn new skills gradually, one small step at a time. Instead of expecting a child to master a skill immediately, therapists reinforce closer and closer attempts toward the desired behavior.
For example, if a child is learning to say “ball,” shaping may look like:
🗣️ “b” → “ba” → “ball”

Each successful attempt is encouraged and reinforced to help build confidence and learning success.

By celebrating progress along the way, children are more motivated to continue learning and growing. Every small step matters!

📍 Faith Therapeutics
3735 NW Evangeline Thruway, Carencro, LA 70520
📞 337-362-1956
🌐 faiththerapeutics.org

05/29/2026

In ABA therapy, communication goals are individualized to meet each child where they are developmentally. Some children may begin with gestures or picture communication, while others work on expanding vocabulary and conversation skills.

Ways families can encourage language development at home:
Read together daily
Sing songs and nursery rhymes
Narrate play activities
stop to encourage communication opportunities
Reinforce attempts to communicate
Follow your child’s interests during play

05/28/2026

ABA can help build meaningful communication skills. Call to get started.

📍 3735 NW Evangeline Thruway, Carencro, LA 70520
📞 337-288-8871

05/27/2026

⛸️ New to skating? No problem!

Our Sensory-Friendly Skate includes walker rentals to help support those learning to skate and build confidence on the ice. 🌟

📍 Planet Ice – Lafayette
📅 Friday, June 5
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

🛟 Walker Rentals: $5

Come skate with us in a supportive environment! 💙

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05/27/2026

💫 Siblings need support too. 💫

S.T.A.R.S. (Siblings Talk About Real Stuff) gives siblings of autistic individuals a space to connect with others who understand their experiences. 🌟

This FREE monthly support group is open to ages 5–17 and focuses on building confidence, connection, and emotional support in a positive environment. 💙

📅 Saturday, June 20, 2026
📍 1604 W. Pinhook Rd. Suite 115
⏰ 2–3 PM

🔗 linktree.com/acadianaautism

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05/27/2026

Early Communication Starts Before Words

Did you know babies begin developing communication skills from birth? From cooing and babbling to waving “bye-bye” and saying first words, every small step matters! At Faith Therapeutics, we understand how important early communication development is for long-term success. ABA therapy can help support language, social inteaction, play skills, and functional communication in children who may need extra support.
Early signs of communication development include:
• Responding to sounds and voices
• Smiling during interaction
• Babbling and making sounds
• Using gestures like pointing or waving
• Saying first words around 12 months
Click the link to read more from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association on early communication milestones.

These communication (hearing, speech, and language) milestones are for children birth to age 1.

05/26/2026

Happening tomorrow !

✨ Upcoming Free Webinar ✨

Parents, caregivers, and professionals — this one's for you!

We’ll walk through:
✅ Eligibility requirements
⚖️ Key laws and protections
🔍 Differences between 504 Plans and IEPs
📣 Parental rights and advocacy

📅 May 27, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
🔗 Register here: tinyurl.com/504vsSPED4

05/20/2026

Wonderful program for the summer !

I'm proud to announce that the Check Out Louisiana State Parks program has expanded statewide! 🏕️ 📖 🌳

Cardholders in all 68 Louisiana public library systems can now reserve a free pass to any of our 21 amazing parks across Louisiana, as well as our 14 state historic sites. You can also check out one of our "Geaux Explore" backpacks, which includes supplies like a compass, binoculars, and more to help you explore the natural beauty of our great state.

For more information and to get started, visit https://library.la.gov/check-out-louisiana-state-parks/. Happy exploring, Louisiana!

Louisiana State Parks | State Library of Louisiana

05/12/2026

🍦 Come get a snack…or a treat…or BOTH 😄